Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
34876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kerr

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1935: 331 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034205



Common Names

  • Longifolia Gynura
  • Gynura Longifolia
  • Longifolia Gynura


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Description

Gynura longifolia (also called 'Long-Leaf Velvet Plant', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a single stem with several branches and is covered in small, white hairs. It has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. It is native to Asia and is found in moist, open areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Gynura longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to provide shade and shelter in windy areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynura longifolia has small, yellow flowers with a black centre. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynura longifolia is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Gynura longifolia

Gynura longifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula and in North Africa.

Gynura longifolia FAQ

What is the growth habit of Gynura longifolia?

Gynura longifolia is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.

What is the flowering period of Gynura longifolia?

Gynura longifolia flowers from April to August.

What is the habitat of Gynura longifolia?

Gynura longifolia is found in open woodlands, scrub and grassland.

Species in the Gynura genus

Gynura cusimbua, Gynura hmopaengensis, Gynura bicolor, Gynura emeiensis, Gynura procumbens, Gynura japonica, Gynura papillosa, Gynura grandifolia, Gynura zeylanica, Gynura malaccensis, Gynura valeriana, Gynura drymophila, Gynura proschii, Gynura albicaulis, Gynura scandens, Gynura elberti, Gynura abbreviata, Gynura vidaliana, Gynura aurantiaca, Gynura longifolia, Gynura micheliana, Gynura sundaiaca, Gynura fulva, Gynura formosana, Gynura panershenia, Gynura integrifolia, Gynura rubiginosa, Gynura molleri, Gynura travancorica, Gynura colorata, Gynura nepalensis, Gynura rubiginosa, Gynura barbareifolia, Gynura travancorica, Gynura batorensis, Gynura colaniae, Gynura amplexicaulis, Gynura steenisii, Gynura pseudochina, Gynura sechellensis, Gynura annamensis, Gynura brassii, Gynura calciphila, Gynura hispida, Gynura truncata, Gynura nitida, Gynura elliptica, Gynura divaricata, Gynura campanulata, Gynura carnosula,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,